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What Did Studying in China Teach Kyrgyz Students About Civic Engagement at Home?
June 22, 2023

What Did Studying in China Teach Kyrgyz Students About Civic Engagement at Home?

By Adina Masalbekova
Although the students see China's tight control of political discussions as a source of extraordinary discipline, they vehemently oppose it.

China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan Railway: Opportunities and Challenges for China
July 15, 2022

China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan Railway: Opportunities and Challenges for China

By Yunis Sharifli
While the hope is for the CKU route to begin construction in 2023, there remain significant challenges to realizing the railway.
Why Did Central Asia’s Leaders Go to Beijing?
February 08, 2022

Why Did Central Asia’s Leaders Go to Beijing?

By Catherine Putz
The visits by all five Central Asian presidents to China for the opening of the Beijing Games illustrate the importance of the relationship for both sides.

Mining Kyrgyzstan: Chinese Companies Encounter Increasing Conflict 
November 29, 2021

Mining Kyrgyzstan: Chinese Companies Encounter Increasing Conflict 

By Khiradmand Sheraliev
Increased conflict between Kyrgyz citizens and Chinese mining companies highlights the necessity of more careful cooperation.

Understanding Sinophobia in Central Asia
May 01, 2020

Understanding Sinophobia in Central Asia

By Sebastien Peyrouse
Sinophobia in Central Asia is real. But does that translate into a threat to China’s lasting presence in the region?

Atambayev's Days of Immunity Look Numbered
June 25, 2019

Atambayev's Days of Immunity Look Numbered

By Catherine Putz
Former President Almazbek Atambayev is likely to soon face charges of misconduct and abuse of power in earnest.

On Xinjiang, Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan Bend to Beijing's Will
April 01, 2019

On Xinjiang, Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan Bend to Beijing's Will

By Catherine Putz
As ethnic Kyrgyz and Kazakhs continue to disappear into Chinese detention, Bishkek and Nur-Sultan are staying quiet.
Central Asians Organize to Draw Attention to Xinjiang Camps
December 04, 2018

Central Asians Organize to Draw Attention to Xinjiang Camps

By Catherine Putz
Efforts in Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan to garner attention on the Xinjiang camps have grown, but still to little effect.

In Xinjiang, Ethnic Kazakhs and Kyrgyz Face Increased Pressure
November 28, 2017

In Xinjiang, Ethnic Kazakhs and Kyrgyz Face Increased Pressure

By Catherine Putz
Chinese authorities have put increasing pressure on ethnic Kazakhs and Kyrgyz in Xinjiang.

What's Next for the Belt and Road in Central Asia?
May 17, 2017

What's Next for the Belt and Road in Central Asia?

By Catherine Putz
Three regional presidents attended the Belt and Road Forum in Beijing last weekend.

Kyrgyz President Visits China, Stays for a Vacation
January 11, 2017

Kyrgyz President Visits China, Stays for a Vacation

By Catherine Putz
The short working visit produced the predictable statements on Bishkek's commitment to fight the "three evils."
US, UK Embassies Issue Terror Warning for Kyrgyzstan
October 12, 2016

US, UK Embassies Issue Terror Warning for Kyrgyzstan

By Catherine Putz
Both warn of possible terror attacks and kidnapping in October, but provide few other details.

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